Food can be an enjoyable way to connect with other people, cultures and the world around you. It boasts an abundance of flavours and textures, suitable for everyone to explore and discover their unique tastes and personal palate. Neurodivergent people may encounter barriers when exploring new foods due to sensory sensitivities and preferences. This can make trying new foods a more challenging or frustrating experience. If you are curious about trying new foods, this guide can

If you ever struggle to make meals, think of new recipes, or simply find yourself lost in the kitchen, you are not alone! Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder often comes with impulsivity, which can manifest in difficulties with time management, attention to detail, and productivity. This can affect an ADHDers personal health, wellness goals, as well as their daily functioning. However, there are plenty of easy recipes available that are both delicious and ADHD-friendly!

Is your funky executive function taking hold of your daily routine? We have a solution for you, and not-so-surprisingly, it involves… food! By Melissa Sgambelluri Is your funky executive function taking hold of your daily routine? We have a solution for you, and not-so-surprisingly, it involves… food! In today’s issue of DiverseMinds Mag, we reveal our favourite recipes that will dramatically  improve the inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity you experience to benefit y

By Chantalle Guddaran by blogTO To a passerby, Sarang Restaurant is just another restaurant, blending in with the mass of shops and cafes along the busy streets of Dovercourt and Bloor. What makes this restaurant stand out is its commitment to celebrating neurodiversity while serving delicious Korean fried chicken.  by blogTO Jennifer Low, a Ph.D. candidate who taught and worked with neurodivergent students in New Zealand for ten years, was inspired to open a neurodivergent-f

BY DIVERSE MINDS A tall glass of lemonade can be a delicious, hydrating, and refreshing treat with a healthy boost of vitamin C. Add strawberries for even more vitamin C, along with folate and antioxidants with a delicious berry flavour. Mint leaves are another refreshing option. Here’s how to make the perfect glass of strawberry lemonade in the recipe below.

BY DIVERSE MINDS Salad doesn’t have to be boring and bland. It can be a great way to get nutrition while also being flavourful, refreshing, and easy to prepare. The secret to making great salads is the seasonings and adding ingredients with different textures. One of the best things about salad is how customizable it is. The recipe below is simple and can be made with ingredients you probably have at home. It can also be used as a base for anything else you might want to add

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BY SADAF SALEHZADA Date balls are an easy and fun way to incorporate essential nutrients and vitamins that are imperative for brain function. This healthy dessert is able to come together fast with only a few ingredients that you probably already have. Dates, almond butter and walnuts are all delicious ingredients to use in desserts as well as extremely brain healthy. Dates are a source of Vitamin B6, an important vitamin in creating and maintaining neurotransmitters in the b

BY VRITI BAJAJ When we hear the word diet, we are often frustrated and anxious about the difficulties when it comes to eating right. Fear not, here is a diet plan consisting of breakfast until dinner that is fun, tasty, nutritious and full of unsaturated fatty acids that are highly beneficial for individuals with dyspraxia. Breakfast If you are into coffee, wake up and start your day with a fresh cup of brewed coffee. Green tea and other kinds of pekoes are great ways to star

BY VRITI BAJAJ We have often heard about the revolutionary and ground-breaking studies that have shown the importance of diet and good mental and physical health. Recently, researchers have also been discovering that nutritions plays an even bigger role in the lives of the neurodiverse, more than ever before! Even though this is still debatable, more scientific research is needed to understand whether the two have a more significant relationship than we think. For instance, s

BY SADAF SALEHZADA Having less literature on ADHD, shows us that there is no single cause and its holistic treatment can vary from person to person. Research has revealed that the foods someone with ADHD eats can greatly affect how their symptoms present. Recommended Food

BY GINA SADD Food is what keeps us going and it gives us the nutrients that we need to function. It gives us energy, allows us to breath, aids in digestion and helps with growth and repair of the body. Sometimes, eating can be a challenging subject for some people. Those who are neurodivergent, such as people who experience ADHD, can often struggle with consuming food in different ways. Eating Habit People with ADHD may not be completely aware of their eating habits. People w